Little Book of Scientific Principles, Theories and Things - Softcover

Verma, Surendra

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1402738706 ISBN 13: 9781402738708

Publisher: Union Square & Co., 2006

Synopsis

What is Pythagoras’ Theorem? Who developed the World Wide Web? What is the difference between circadian rhythms and the popular concept of biorhythms? Find out the answers here, where serious science is presented simply, clearly, and chronologically for the layperson. This fascinating and jam-packed little book explains 175 of the most important laws, principles, equations, and theories that form the foundation of the field as we know it. All the great names are featured, including Galileo, Newton, Darwin, and Einstein, as well as more recent contributors such as Rachel Carson, James Lovelock, and Stephen Hawking. It’s an invaluable resource.

About this title

About the Author

Surendra Verma is an award winning journalist and author.

Surendra has been awarded numerous grants to pursue his writing projects and was even granted Honorary Membership to the Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance for his contribution to journalism.

His popular-science books include :

Little Book of Scientific Principles

Theories & Things; The Little Book of Maths. Theorems, Theories & Things;

and a children’s book, Who Killed T. Rex?: Uncover the Mystery of the Vanished Dinosaurs.

Edition details

• Publisher: Union Square & Co.
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1402738706
• ISBN 13: 9781402738708
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224